Albertans will be able to send critical mail during the Canada Post strike. (Photo: Pattison Media)

By David Opinko

PROVINCIAL

Alberta activates contingency mail delivery plan amid Canada Post strike

Nov 15, 2024 | 3:36 PM

Albertans will still be able to send and receive mail that meets a certain criteria during a nationwide postal strike.

Starting on Tuesday, mail can be accepted from Albertans at designated Alberta government offices across the province. No postage is required.

The initiative can only be used for critical mail that must reach its intended recipient to avoid health, safety, financial or other significant harm to Albertans, according to a news release.

A significant risk or loss to government or legislative non-compliance and that cannot be delivered expediently by courier, fax, electronic or other means also qualifies.

Albertans who receive mail from the provincial government will receive a notification by email or phone telling them where they can pick it up or drop it off.

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An information page has a full list of government mail drop locations in Alberta.

Approximately 55,000 Canada Post employees went on strike on Friday, calling for increased wages and job protections.

The Crown Corporation will continue to deliver government benefits and other “social and economic cheques,” but will not process or deliver other mail or parcels.

Even once the strike is over, delays will be expected as staff return to their roles and deal with a backlog of mail.

People are encouraged to sign up for online services for things like benefits and banking statements to ensure there are no disruptions.

Other courier service providers are still open.